1992 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 954 kg more than 1992 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
Model | Q45 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 8032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1971 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3396 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 136 L |